re: Rank these wide receiver duos

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Probably still not close to what the other two duos put up

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I wouldn't be so sure.

The only season in the post 2009 Miles era LSU came close to replicating the 2019 and 2023 seasons in terms of passing was the 2013 season

In 2013 LSU QB's attempted 325 passes. For context, Daniels attempted 327 passes this season (LSU attempted 407 total).

In 2013

Landry had 77 receptions for 1193 yards and 10 TDs
Beckham had 59 receptions for 1152 yards and 8 TDs

In 2023

Nabers had 89 receptions for 1569 and 14 TDs
Thomas had 68 catches for 1177 and 17 TDs

Nabers/Thomas had better stats. But also had the benefit of more passing attempts and a better QB.

From a pure ability standpoint I think you could make a strong argument OBJ/Landry were just as good as Nabers/Thomas. Maybe better. Unfortunately, they played in an era with a HC who was reluctant to rely on the passing game.